Seascape with Aeneas on Delos 1671

Claude Lorrain's "Seascape with Aeneas on Delos" is a small-scale drawing depicting a classical landscape scene, likely referencing a moment from the epic poem The Aeneid. Created in 1671, the drawing features a group of figures, identified as Aeneas and his companions, approaching a temple complex in the distance. The composition, characterized by its idyllic setting, combines classical architecture with an atmospheric depiction of nature, showcasing Lorrain's mastery of the Italianate landscape genre. The drawing, now housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, exemplifies Lorrain's fascination with the interplay of light and shadow, creating a sense of depth and serenity.